Have your say: SEND Strategy survey extended to hear more voices
Partners, families, children and young people across West Northamptonshire are being encouraged to take part in a set of surveys shaping the area’s next Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Strategy – with the deadline now extended to give more people the chance to have their say.
Extra storage space marks new chapter for Northamptonshire Archives
Drawings that shaped Northampton’s streets and records marking life’s most solemn moments are being carefully rehoused in new storage space at Northamptonshire Archives.
Drivers urged to avoid parking over hydrants and delaying Fire Service response
Motorists are being urged not to park over fire hydrants in Northamptonshire – as it risks delaying the Fire Service’s response.
Let’s talk about men’s mental health
North and West Northamptonshire councils are coming together to encourage conversations about men’s mental health as part of Mental Health Awareness Week, with a free online webinar taking place on Thursday 14 May from 2pm to 3pm.
Fairer housing allocations policy to support those most in need across West Northamptonshire
A refreshed Housing Allocations Policy is set to make access to social and affordable housing fairer, clearer and more consistent while ensuring those most in need of a home are given the highest priority.
New four‑year youth plan approved to give West Northants young people a stronger start in life
A bold new strategy aimed at improving opportunities, wellbeing and support for thousands of young people across West Northamptonshire has been approved by the Council’s Cabinet. The Youth Strategy 2026–2030 sets out how the Council and its partners will work together to help young people stay safe,...
Council to work with communities on three-weekly collections
West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) will spend the year ahead engaging with communities after Cabinet agreed to extend three-weekly waste collections across the area in spring 2027.
Winter support services deliver positive outcomes for people experiencing rough sleeping
A range of winter support services delivered by West Northamptonshire Council (WNC), in partnership with local organisations, have made a positive difference to people experiencing rough sleeping across West Northamptonshire.
Court order secured to tackle anti-social behaviour at flats
A court order restricting access to a block of flats in Northampton has been granted in a bid to tackle anti‑social behaviour.
Northamptonshire ‘Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence Strategy’ to be considered by North and West Northamptonshire Councils in May
The Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence Strategy 2026-2030 is a fully informed piece of work, developed with input from both professionals in the field and lived experience of victims and survivors. It will be presented to Executive Members across Northamptonshire in the coming weeks.
Parking charges to restart across West Northants from 1 May
West Northamptonshire Council has confirmed that off-street parking charges will restart on Friday 1 May, following a temporary suspension introduced after an error associated with earlier changes to parking arrangements.Parking charges will revert back to the original arrangements with the same tar...
Families set to benefit as progress continues on Best Start Family Hubs
Families across West Northamptonshire are set to benefit from new and improved Best Start Family Hubs, as the Council continues to invest in services that give children the best possible start in life. The hubs bring together support for families with children from pregnancy through to age 19 – or u...
Fire Service teaches young people workplace skills on course to boost employability
A growing number of young people have taken part in a training course held at Fire Stations this year, equipping them with vital life skills for the future.
Revised off-street parking charges launched in error
West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) would like to sincerely apologise to all residents for an error in charges at its car parks and is acting to address the issues.
Engagement launched on future of 35 to 45 Abington St, Northampton
Developer Capital&Centric is inviting locals to have their say on plans for a new neighbourhood set to transform a prominent stretch of Abington Street in Northampton into a new community in the heart of Northampton.
West Northamptonshire Council to consider bringing waste and recycling services in-house from 2028
West Northamptonshire Council’s Cabinet is set to consider a recommendation for waste collections and street cleansing services to be brought in-house from 2028.
Northampton e-scooter trial extended to May 2027 with renewed focus on safety and community concerns
West Northamptonshire Council (WNC) has confirmed that the Northampton e‑scooter trial will be extended until 2027.
Explore Secondary School information for September 2026
The Department for Education is trialling a new service for parents and carers with a child starting secondary school in the autumn.About School Profiles
Cabinet considers plan to bring three-weekly waste collections to homes across West Northamptonshire
West Northamptonshire Council’s Cabinet is set to consider a recommendation to bring the Daventry area’s established 1, 2, 3+ waste collection system to most homes across the rest of the area.
Residents invited to help shape the next generation of events in West Northants
Residents are being invited to help shape the future of major events across West Northamptonshire. From international sporting fixtures to much-loved community festivals, we want to hear what you’d like to see in the area and how we can make events event better.
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